The 57th match of IPL 2025 sets up a crucial fantasy contest as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST.
With KKR pushing for a playoff spot and CSK seeking to salvage pride, picking the right captain for your fantasy team is more important than ever.
Top 3 Captain Picks for KKR vs CSK Fantasy Team
1. Sunil Narine (Kolkata Knight Riders)
Sunil Narine remains a fantasy favorite thanks to his all-round brilliance.
Opening the innings for KKR, Narine provides explosive starts with the bat and is a proven wicket-taker with the ball, especially on spin-friendly Eden Gardens pitches.
He boasts an average of 65 fantasy points per match this season, and his past records against CSK and at this venue are impressive, making him the safest and most impactful captaincy choice for this fixture.
2. Ravindra Jadeja (Chennai Super Kings)
Ravindra Jadeja is CSK’s trump card, contributing with both bat and ball.
Promoted up the order recently, Jadeja has found form with the bat, including hitting the longest six of IPL 2025, and continues to be a reliable wicket-taker in the middle overs.
His all-round ability ensures he stays involved throughout the match, making him a high-upside captaincy pick for fantasy teams.
3. Varun Chakaravarthy (Kolkata Knight Riders)
Varun Chakaravarthy’s mystery spin has been a game-changer for KKR, especially at Eden Gardens.
He was instrumental in KKR’s title run last season and continues to pick up key wickets this year.
With 15 wickets in 11 matches and a strong record at home, Chakaravarthy is a smart captain pick, particularly if the pitch favors spin.
